Planning Associate - UN Coordination

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This is a UNV International Youth contract. This kind of contract is known as International UN Volunteer. It is normally internationally recruited only. More about UNV International Youth contracts.

The Joint Government of Uganda – UNICEF Country Programme (2021-2025) provides a framework that guides UNICEF’s interventions in Uganda. Aligned to the National Development Plan III, it supports the operationalization of the national sustainable development goals roadmap (2018). The Country Programme is an integral part of the United Nations Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework (UNSDCF) for Uganda 2021– 2025 and is aligned with the Comprehensive Refugee Response Framework. The programme has sectoral components: Maternal Newborn Health; Child Health; Adolescent Health; Nutrition; Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH); Inclusive and Quality Education; Child Protection; and Social Protection. Focus is also placed on ensuring that priority cross-sectoral themes – including Early Childhood Development, Adolescent Development, Social Behaviour Change Communication and Advocacy – contribute to holistic results for children. UNICEF’s programming makes use of gender-transformative and life-cycle approaches, while strengthening humanitarian-development linkages; supporting the national response to pandemics and disease outbreaks; exploring innovative solutions and fostering shared value partnerships, including with the private sector and young people.

Under the direct supervision of the Planning and Monitoring Specialist, the UN Youth Volunteer, Planning Officer – UN Coordination will support UNICEF’s coordination efforts towards engagement with the UNSDCF and other UN agencies in Uganda. This will include coordinating Programme teams towards UNSCDF common planning, implementation, and monitoring, and reporting requirements. The Planning Officer – UN Coordination will also support Programme teams that have integrated/joint programmes with other UN agencies within the UNSDCF.

Specifically, the Planning Officer will undertake the following tasks:

1. UNSDCF Planning and Reporting Processes • Contributes to preparation and coordination of UNICEF inputs to UN One UN Work-plan/Joint Programmes. • Participates in meetings with UN agencies for programme/project review and follows up on implementation of recommendations and agreements. • Participates in the finalization of rolling work plan and ensures compliance with specific assigned objectives of the UNSDCF. • Contributes towards the preparation of the Situation Analysis and UNSCDF by com-piling data, analyzing and evaluating information for UNICEF Programmes and participating Results Groups. • Supports any Knowledge Management efforts towards UNICEF’s contribution to the UNSDCF maintaining an active repository of cross-referenced Programme Work Plans, Reports, presentations, and KM products. • Supports nationally led planning processes are strengthened to support the realization of national development goals and international commitments which contribute to improving the situation of children and women and reduce disparities among the most vulnerable populations.
   • Contributes to UNICEF’s participation in the UNSDCF development process within and outside UNICEF to ensure adequate input on the improvement and well-being of women and children.

2. Provide support to the UNICEF Chairs of Results Group, Integrated Pro-grammes, or Deputies Group their contribution to support UNSDCF planning and monitoring.
   • Contributes to efforts aimed at providing technical advice/guidance to the UNICEF Chairs on consultations with the government, donors on policy, planning and coordination of development assistance.
   • At the request of the SMT, support various national and UN meetings as well as in regional coordination of UN activities.

3. Advocacy, networking, and partnership building • Support building strategic partnerships through networking and advocacy with UN system agency partners to reinforce cooperation and/or pursue opportunities to pro-mote goals and achieve sustainable and broad results on integrated approaches.
   • Participates in inter-agency discussions and planning to ensure organizational position, interests and priorities are fully considered and integrated in the UNSCDF development planning and agenda setting process. • Assists in collaborating with inter-agency partners/colleagues in the UNSCDCF planning and preparation of programmes/projects including emergency preparedness.

☒ Accountability ☒ Adaptability and Flexibility ☒ Building Trust ☒ Client Orientation ☒ Commitment and Motivation ☒ Commitment to Continuous Learning ☒ Communication ☒ Creativity ☒ Integrity ☒ Planning and Organizing ☒ Respect for Diversity ☒ Working in Teams

or demonstrated interest in social development programme planning, communication for development, public advocacy, or another related area. Relevant experience in a private or public sector and/or organizations is considered as an asset.

Previous experience as a volunteer and/or experience of another culture, (i.e. studies, volunteer work, internship) would be highly regarded.

Uganda is a relatively stable country with very friendly people. In addition to being secure, friendly, and stable, Uganda ranks among the top ten friendliest and most hospitable nations in Africa in a recent survey of African nations. Uganda is often referred to as the 'Pearl of Africa’ and is located at the heart of the African continent. Its official languages are English and Swahili. Moving to Uganda will expose one to a wealth of diverse cultures, music, food, social life, arts, and crafts. It is easy to find affordable accommodation and the cost of living is affordable.

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